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I learned a new term recently that describes me:  a beverage goblin – Someone who needs at least three drinks at all times. One is for hydration. The second is for caffeine, and the third is just for fun. Check out a few drive-thru lines….I know I am not alone! I wonder if we are spiritual beverage goblins….Does God’sContinue reading “Dehydration”

Apps for our phones have been around less than 30 years….but there is a timeless “App” that we can all use…even if we’re offline! Appreciation:  the act of recognizing the good qualities of someone or something; gratitude Pause right here. Gift someone your next minute.  Spend 60 seconds thinking of the good qualities of someone.   ThankContinue reading “A New/Old App!”

Do you exercise as you should?Drink enough water?Eat plenty of leafy greens?Get 8 hours of sleep each night?The list goes on and on…. We know what we should be doing, but somehow we don’t do it.And then what happens?We worry.  We suffer.  We complain. This issue is not new with our human nature.God tried toContinue reading “Why Not?”

Was your Easter basket full?I hope not!It seems that God does more when we come to Him empty! Jesus emptied the temple courtsThe alabaster jar was emptied of its perfumeAnd of course, the tomb was empty!  🙂 Hmmmm….we try and try and try to fill up our schedules, our homes, our lives, etc.God seems to haveContinue reading “Empty”

Hurry home!Get the car in the garage!And get locked in safely behind closed doors!Whew!  You made it through another day! Being alone has its strengths.  Not just a time to hide, but a time to rest and recharge.  Ponder and pray for the next adventure with God! Right before Jesus was arrested He went out toContinue reading “Garage Door”

King Jesus born in an animal mangerKing Jesus arriving on a donkeyKing Jesus laying down His life for every person everywhere for all time How is God asking you to serve Him in humility today? “Who is this King of glory? The Lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle. Lift up your heads, you gates; lift themContinue reading “Humble Expectations”

Did you ever look in the mirror and dreadfully murmur….”Not today, Lord!” Let’s turn that around and face our trials and fears in confident prayer…”Lord, I feel like I could drown under the pressures around me.  I can’t do this on my own.  But in YOUR strength and wisdom I declare:  “Not today, world!” Under the shadow of God’s wingContinue reading “Not Today!”

Sweet and deliciousA diner regularAnd a treat for holiday desserts How do you view the Bible:A formula you have to follow?Or a sweet and delicious treat, an everyday regular need, and a special Word for every season? “How sweet are Your Words to my taste,sweeter than honey to my mouth!”  Psalm 119:103 Today is PiContinue reading “Pi Day!”

“It’s broken”…..is that good news or bad news? If we’re talking about an egg, a new puzzle or a bad habit – that’s great news! What about a broken heart?  That is awful news!  Or is it?On a human level a broken heart represents hurt and betrayal.  That is very bad news. But if we can considerContinue reading “Breaking Point”

“Let everything that has breath praise the Lord.Praise the Lord.”Psalm 150:6 Looking out at our night sky lately reminds me of a Christmas carol:Joy to the World, the Lord has come….let heaven and nature sing! Whether we have winter or spring-like weather, nature is singing!The planets are shining brightly and singing God’s praises!And even theContinue reading “Sing!”